Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Christina L Costantino
Dr. Christina Costantino is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Costantino brings a patient-centered approach to her clinical practice, specializing in all benign and malignant disease of the chest. She has specific interests in the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer, mediastinal tumors, tracheal conditions, and esophageal diseases. She is a fellowship-trained Robotic Surgeon and has a specific interest in minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Costantino received her BA from Princeton University and her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, where she received the Repici Award in General Surgery. She completed her General Surgery Residency and Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. During her fellowship, she completed additional oncologic surgical training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Costantino has published multiple papers in high-impact journals and has presented at national and international conferences. She holds various leadership positions on academic committees and is invested in educational endeavors to mentor and train the next generation of thoracic surgeons nationally.
Her research interests are broad and include studying the molecular and genetic pathways that underlie the development of thoracic tumors, innovation in robotic surgery, and the pathophysiology and surgical treatment of subglottic stenosis and other airway disease. Her current research involves studying the molecular and immunologic profiles of early-stage lung cancer and the gender differences that exist in the development of thoracic disease.
Dr. Costantino delivers compassionate, individualized care to her patients and is committed to advancing the field of thoracic surgery through clinical excellence and innovative research and surgical techniques. She sees patients at both Massachusetts General Hospital and Newton Wellesley Hospital.
Locations
- Massachusetts General Thoracic Surgery Clinic at Newton-Wellesley
- 2014 Washington Street, Green Building, Suite 570, Newton, MA 02462
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-243-6447
- fax: 617-243-6449
- Massachusetts General Thoracic Surgery Clinic
- 55 Fruit Street, Building 7, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-726-5200
- fax: 617-726-7667
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2024
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, General Surgery, 2022
- Medical Education: Jefferson Medical College, 2014
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2025
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2022
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Maine Community Health Options
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- Tricare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
108 ratings, 18 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 4/2/2026
Dr. Costantino treats me like I am the only patient she has. She's concerned with how my recovery is improving and takes the time to address and explain the images of my CT SCANS and their results. Dr. Costantino inspires confidence with her knowledge and medical skills. I couldn't be in more capable hands.
- Reviewed on 3/16/2026
The doctor was clear and direct. She articulated her point in a manner that was easy to understand. I had follow-up questions that were taken seriously and the answers provided were thorough and relevant.
- Reviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Constantino is very professional, very well prepared, compassionate, and knowledgeable about me and my family's history. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs an excellent thoracic surgeon.
- Reviewed on 1/25/2026
Excellent
- Reviewed on 1/21/2026
Wonderful office manager. Terrific PA: smart, knowledgeable, helpful, sensitive. Terrific MD: clear, informative, sensitive, helpful. We're coming back!
- Reviewed on 1/18/2026
I liked that she just told me what was going on very direct. That is what I needed to know the truth of what was going on with my health. I can go forward with all the information.
- Reviewed on 1/11/2026
Extremely competent and professional
- Reviewed on 12/29/2025
I feel fortunate to have this doctor as an outstanding participant in my complex medical care.
- Reviewed on 12/16/2025
Her team was responsive caring and attentive to my needs. Dr Costantino seems very knowledgeable about my diagnosis.
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
I appreciate that she was able to call in for the ZOOM meeting while she was waiting in traffic.
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Well prepared, focused in well to my specific concerns, made appropriate recommendations and referral to colleagues
- Reviewed on 12/7/2025
Dr. Costantino is a thoughtful and thorough clinician and I have enjoyed working with her!
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
Dr. Costantino is always thorough and I trust her feedback and advice.
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
Dr. Costantino is a surgeon of the first order with communication skills to match. And her PA and staff are equally competent and caring.
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
Very detailed review of my CT Scans. Answered my questions. Very friendly. Great listener.
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
She was very patient and understanding. I have a lot of confidence in her as my surgeon.
- Reviewed on 11/17/2025
Dr. Costantino was running late, so I called to make sure nothing had gone wrong on my end. I left a message and someone got right back to me, letting me know what was going on, and getting in touch with Dr. Costantino to gauge her timing. Help was efficient and respectful. I appreciated the prompt response.
- Reviewed on 11/16/2025
I was very satisfied with my doctor and the procedure she handled me with. The operation seemed to be very successful thanks to her expertise. I'm very blessed that I had such a good doctor. Thank you.